If God doubled your “bag,” would you trust Him to fill it? Let me explain. This whole blog from November 2018-January 2020 was about the process of discovering what was next for me. I explored new interests, became intentional about my writing goals and aligned with organizations I felt drawn to. When the door finally opened for me to work again, I went in full … Continue reading Another Job Transition
This moment is so bittersweet. I’ve come to the end of my sabbatical! *sings “The Struggle is Over” by Jonathan Nelson* On Monday, I’ll be starting a full-time job at a leading nonprofit organization in Baltimore City. So many thoughts and feelings come to mind, but at the core of me, I’m abundantly grateful. Grateful to have given myself the gift of time, something that … Continue reading The Sabbatical is Over!
For some reason, asking for what I need is still foreign to me at times. And most times, the requests aren’t big at all! I just tend to want to do things myself. I don’t like feeling limited. Last week, I met up with a couple of my line sisters who I hadn’t seen in several months. I would typically drive out to VA to … Continue reading Asking for Assistance
In this picture, I’m teaching a business workshop at a church. This was in April 2018. It was the second time that I saw my spiritual calling and my career merge into one package. The first time was during my missions trip to Africa in 2017. As I’m continuing to navigate my life on my own terms, I’m finding myself drawn to similar spaces and … Continue reading Parallel Paths of Purpose
Keeping up appearances can be exhausting. I’ve mentioned this in previous posts, but I still clam up when I’m in certain settings and I have to explain what I’m doing with my life. This was no different this week when I had to accept an award for my position at the job I no longer work for. Wait, what? Yes, you read correctly. I, along … Continue reading Keeping Up Appearances
In last week’s post, I talked about how, after getting a boost of encouragement from my pastor-friend, I changed up my routine and attended a meetup, where I happened to see a few familiar faces. I love when that happens because it reminds me that God shows up when I take steps of faith, no matter how small they may seem. This week, I have … Continue reading Familiar Faces and Spaces
I’m so grateful for multiple perspectives, multiple voices of encouragement. I recently caught up with a good friend the other day and she encouraged me to have fun during this season. Travel! Do something creative with all of the pictures I have! Something! She even termed it as a “mini retirement.” She said that not a lot of people get the privilege of having this … Continue reading “Mini Retirement”
It’s officially been a month since I quit my job and moved back home to Baltimore. Today I had the honor and distinct privilege of going to Mayor Catherine Pugh’s open house. Let’s just say that her neighborhood has a very warm place in my family’s heart. Throughout the event, several notable community members stopped by for a tour, one of them being Congressman Elijah … Continue reading 30 Days In
This was originally published on LinkedIn over 2 years ago. I thought it was worth revisiting. I really could stand to utilize the advice my younger self dished out! Enjoy the read. — This one is for my recent grads. Let’s face it: a lot of us are not in the “dream job” that we were visualizing when we were in college. Some of us … Continue reading Stop Letting Your Work Define Your Worth
The more I gain influence in various spheres, the more responsibilities I have and the busier I become. As such, it has become increasingly important for me to find a healthy work/life balance. I haven’t been the best at it. In fact, I’ve failed time and time again. But with each lesson, I’m learning more about myself and my boundaries. Here are my biggest insights … Continue reading How to Establish a Healthy Work/Life Balance
Slaying Superwoman Syndrome 